Automotive accessory



Feb. 7, 1928. 1,658,587

N. BAUML AUTOMOTIVE ACCESSORY Filed March 9. 1927 2 Sheets-Sheet 1 In'venmr Wad/Mia fid/zmzZ,

flttornqy Feb. 7, 1928. 1,658,587

N. BAUML AUTOMOTIVE ACCESSORY Filed March 9. 1927 2 Sheets-Sheet 2 Q Inventor i Wat/mm fiazwzl,

Attorngy Patented Feb. 7, 1928.

UNITED STATES NATHAN BAUML, OF FOXBORO, MASSACHUSETTS.

AUTOMOTIVE ACCESSORY.

Application filed March 9, 1927.

The present invention is directed to an improved automotive accessory particularly iii till

adapted for use in connection with the repair of pneumatic tire inner tubes,

Brietly, the improved construction embodies a miniature working shelf or table provided with clamping means whereby 1t may be connected with an appropriate support which, in most instances will be one oi the fenders oi' the automobile.

I aim particularly to provide an exceptionally simple and inexpensive contrivance of this class, wherein the table isshaped to permit the inner tube to be laid in a flat straight position thereon, in order that the detect may be clearly observed and repaired by cementing, .vulcanizing, oatching or the like.

An important feature of the invention is the provision of novel clamping means whlch is such as to permit it to be connected to the depending flange on the tender.

Another feature is a resilient retaining clip on the upper side of the miniature table which is adapted to engage the tube and to aid in maintaining itin place.

Another feature of the invention is an accessory containing carton which is strapped to the bottom of the table and which has its open end and closing cap extending outwardly beyond one edge of the table, in order to permit access to be had to the interior for obtaining the cement, patches, vulcanizing tools, etc.

Other features and advantages of the in vention will become apparent from the following description and drawings.

In the accompanying drawings:

lligure 1 is a side view showing a portion of an automobile and its tender and front wheel, together with the attachment in place.

Figure 2 is a top plan view of the same.

Figure 3 is a transverse section.

Figure 4: is a longitudinal section through the attachment.

Figures 5 and 6 are detail sectional views, of slightly different embodiments of tenders showing the preferred embodiments of clamps connected thereto.

As indicated, the invention is in the form of an attachment, such as is adapted to be connected to an automobile fender. In the drawings, I have represented the fender by the reference character 1 and the usual outer marginal flange by the reference character 2.

Serial No. 174,087.

By preference I clamp the attachment 3 to this flange. The attachment comprises a substantially U-shaped clamp 4, which engages the flange as shown plainly in Figure 3. This clamp includes the retaining screw 5 and in practice, a suitable ielt protecting pad, (not shown) is provided, for preventing marring of the polished surface of the tender flange. I might state here that this clamp may be comparatively short or it may extend the full length of the curved sup porting table 6 to which it is connected. For example, in Figure 1 I have shown a short clamp, while in Figure t I have shown a long clamp which extends the full length of the table. I he table, which has been designated as a miniature tool supporting table is somewhat flat and curved longitudinally so that the inner tube 7 (see Figure 1) may be laid across the same somewhat in the manner indicated in dotted lines in Figure 1. The clamp at is connected to the table through the medium of the right angular portion including parts 8 and 9. Connected to the portion 9 is the resilient retaining clip 10, which cooperates with the table in holdii'ig the tube in position thereon. Connected to the under side of the table by metal straps 11 is a container or carton 12, having a removable screw closure 13, on the outer open end. It will be noted that this end extends beyond the adjacent edge of the table, in order that the cover may be readily applied and removed.

The only distinction between the forms of the invention shown in Figures 1 to L inclusivc and that shown in lligures 5 and 6 is in the configuration ot the clamping means. It is well known, 0] course, that various kinds of tenders on present day automobiles vary in design. Consequently the clamping means must be varied, in order to operate therewith in an eflieient manner. For instance, in Figure 5, we find an overhanging edge on the fender, whereas in Figure 6 we find the flange curved or of arcuate form rather than of straight form as shown in Figure 3. Otherwise the invention is identical with that already described. Hence, the same reference characters apply to all parts throughout the dilterent views.

It is believed that by considering the description in connection with the drawings, it will be plain that I have evolved and produced an exceptionally inexpensive and simple automotive contrivance in the form of an it there. I implement and-attach, it to the tube and then throw it over the tender.

attachment which can be applied to the tender and which will overcome the. objectionable practice of repairing tubes, as is followed at the present time. It is ivell known that it is usually inconvenient to repair an inner tube when it develops a leak or has a defect, .Which must be overcome. This is particularlytrue when one is touring. I have noticed that many personsresort to the objectionable plan of layilig the tube down on the ground and kneeling down in the dirt and attempting to repairit by applying a patch or vulcauizing Others take the hot vulcanizing H a This naturally mars the paint and 1S olnectronable espeeially because of this. Many otherpersons attemptrto my the tube on the running board. Tliiswis objectionable, however, in

that it slips; getsout of place, and consumes agood deal of patience and time. The pres ent invention; however, could be readily applied to the tender and provides a nice little .tableto work on. .It is convenient and'etfi eientand. exceptionally inexpensive. All of the accessories necessary in the work canbe carried in the boxand the box. together With this :kind' scription 18 thought unnecessary.

.the clamping means and table form one complete unit, which an be readily-applied and removed. It can, in fact. be; readily carried in thetoolbox and has further advantages plain to those'familiar with inventions of Therefore a more lengthy fde While the preferred embodiment of the invention has been shown and described, it is toibe understood that minor changes coming Within the field of invention claimed may be resorted to, if desired.

I claim:

1. As a new product of manufacture, a

pneumatictube repair device comprising-a miniature table adapted to receive and support the defective portion oi? the tube clamping means carried by said. table and adapted to be connected with a support. and retaining means on the table zuila iited to aid in holding the tube in place thereon. d

2. As a new product of manufacture, an

automotive accessory of the class described comprising a miniature substantially fiat longitudinhlly bowed supporting tahle for the tube, a resilient retaining; clinassociatcd Wltll said table, anda clamping device carried by one edge thereof and adapted for connection to'a relatively stationary part oi" anautomoblle.

0. As a new productoi manufacture, an

automotive accessory oi the class described a point beyond the adjacent edge of the table to permit it to be easily applied and rcmoved. V M

In testimony whereof I aifix my signature.

NATHAN Him. 

